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Night Snorkelling: The 15 Best Trips After Dark

29 trips  ·  from $40 per person

Lights down, plankton up, and whatever eats plankton arrives. These 15 trips cover the Kona manta sites and the bioluminescent swims, with start times, water temperatures and prices.

Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel - Getting into the water at night
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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

1.Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,656 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84Our pick

Meet Hang Loose Boat Tours at Keauhou Bay for a sunset boat ride and nighttime snorkel with manta rays. Your crew provides snorkel gear, a flotation device, and a wetsuit top, with snacks and water aboard. The water can be rough, so you need real swimming and snorkeling skills. Guides may include Bryce, Jordan, Vince, or Noah.

“I won’t give a negative review for a tour that couldn’t happen due to weather. We have rebooked another night and pray the weather cooperates.”

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KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel - FREE re-ride if no Sightings - What happens at the manta site
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KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel – FREE re-ride if no Sightings

2.KONA Manta Ray Night Snorkel – FREE re-ride if no Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,212 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $49

From Kailua-Kona, you’ll ride a 23-foot RHIB with up to 11 passengers to a manta viewing site. Expect 25 to 30 minutes in the water, guided instruction from crew such as Taco, Peyton, or Mike, and close views of wild rays. Snorkel gear is included, wetsuits are optional, and no-sighting trips qualify for a free re-ride.

“This was the most magical experience ever! We got to see these beautiful gentle giants who come kissing distance to you. I was blessed to be grazed by a mantas fin on my stomach. My boyfriend and I laughed as they came right up under our faces. The guides were amazing and so friendly. Highly recommend if you are comfortable in the ocean and around sea creatures. This is all we talked about for the whole trip! It was our favorite moment. I highly respect the staff as they taught us about the mantas and what to do to keep us and the mantas safe in their natural habitat.”

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Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim - Boarding from Ao Nang or Railay
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Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim

3.Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,861 reviews · from $130

Spend six to seven hours aboard a traditional Thai junk with Michael and his crew, visiting Krabi’s island reefs for snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Enjoy a Thai buffet, sunset sailing, and a short after-dark swim at Phra Nang Cave Beach, where plankton can sparkle around you. Transfers from Ao Nang or Railay are included.

“10/10 experience! I can’t recommend this tour enough. The boat, the vibe, the crew, the islands, the food- all of it exceeded expectations. We did a speedboat tour the day before and it didn’t hold a candle to this tour. There’s room on Read more”

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Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island - Check-in at Ali‘i Drive, then a short move to the boat
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Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

4.Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,758 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $44

Swim beside wild manta rays after dark off Kona with Dolphin Discoveries. You’ll check in at the Ali‘i Drive shop, receive a mask, snorkel, and short-sleeve wetsuit top, then take a short boat ride to the viewing site. Guides such as Vinny, Brianna, and Bryce have been praised for calm safety help. Swimming skills are required.

“Amazing experience. The water was rough, which made it a little challenging, but totally worth it. The guides were great and the rays were incredible.”

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Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkeling with Manta Rays - From Honokohau Harbor to the open water
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Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkeling with Manta Rays

5.Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkeling with Manta Rays

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,254 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $80

From Honokohau Harbor, you ride offshore for a Kona sunset and about 45 minutes beside giant manta rays feeding under bright lights. Bite Me Sportfishing provides wetsuits, snorkel gear, flotation noodles, snacks, and water. You can swim or remain aboard, but swimmers must know how to swim.

“We had a great time with our Captain, Lena, and Deck Hand, Mattie, who were knowledgeable, entertaining, and energetic making this excursion one to remember. We saw fish and had a close encounter with a manta ray that couldn’t stop showing off.”

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Manta Magic: Small-Group Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kailua Kona - Getting ready for the light board
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Manta Magic: Small-Group Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kailua Kona

6.Manta Magic: Small-Group Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kailua Kona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,141 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $145

Meet at Keauhou Harbor for a short sunset boat ride to Kona’s manta site. A small group holds a glowing light board while mantas feed below. Guides such as Sara, Molly, and Justin explain manta behavior and help swimmers stay comfortable. Snorkeling is optional, but all passengers need tickets.

“It was amazing to just float and have these majestic creatures swim so close. The tour was a small group and our guide was very informative A must do!”

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Night Bioluminescence Snorkel Tour - Getting into the bay, with snorkeling optional
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Night Bioluminescence Snorkel Tour

7.Night Bioluminescence Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 987 reviews · from $145

Cruise 20 minutes from Cayman Islands Yacht Club to Bioluminescent Bay with George’s Watersports. Crew members such as Michael, Thomas, Elton, Alton, and Captain Tom may lead the outing. Snorkeling is optional, but a mask lets you see the glowing plankton far better than from the boat. Gear, water, and soda are included.

“Was an amazing experience, the crew is very nice and helpful. Is incredible see how the microorganisms make the bright colors in the water”

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Krabi: Bioluminescent Plankton, Snorkeling & Sunset Tour - Phra Nang Cave Shrine, the short opening stop
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Krabi: Bioluminescent Plankton, Snorkeling & Sunset Tour

8.Bioluminescent Plankton, Snorkeling & Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 863 reviews · from $40Best value

Spend an afternoon visiting Phra Nang, Tup, Chicken, and Poda islands, with beach time, snorkeling, sunset, and a night swim with bioluminescent plankton. Hotel transfers, equipment, snacks, drinks, and a Halal BBQ are included. Guides speak English, Thai, and Malay. Guide M, Selena, and Pichi have earned special praise for their energy and care.

“Enjoyable speed boat trip around seven islands. With a BBQ and bioluminescent stop”

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Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kona - Leaving Kailua-Kona at 4 p.m.
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Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kona

9.Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 777 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Leave Kailua-Kona at 4 p.m. aboard Manta Adventures’ Maheli-Heli for a sunset cruise to Garden Eel Cove. You can snorkel from the lighted board with fins, mask, flotation gear, and wetsuit, or stay aboard with snacks and water. Captain Bill, Captain Dan, and crew members such as Drew, Sam, Melissa, and Cal have all led trips, though the exact crew varies.

“Just amazing!!!!! The mantas were extraordinary. Captain and staff were terrific! Highly recommend!!!”

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Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel - Phra Nang Cave Beach and the limestone cliffs of Railay
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Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel

10.Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 744 reviews · from $117

This six-and-a-half-hour Thalassa Tour leaves Krabi at 1 pm for Railay, Koh Poda, Tup Island, and Chicken Island. You get beach time, a buffet lunch, sunset snacks, daytime snorkeling, and a night swim with bioluminescent plankton. Guides including Sakeen and Stephane have been praised for thoughtful help and strong group care.

“The crew worked so hard at making sure we had the best possible time and weather. Sexy Man was a great host and looked after us really well”

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Manta Ray Night Snorkel from Kona — Small Group - Honokohau Harbor starts the evening
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Manta Ray Night Snorkel from Kona — Small Group

11.Manta Ray Night Snorkel from Kona — Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 657 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $123

Meet at Honokohau Harbor for a sunset boat ride to Garden Eel Cove, also called Manta Heaven. Guides such as Chris, Kris, Ryan, and Tori provide safety help, wetsuits, flotation gear, and manta facts before you watch these gentle giants feed under the lights. Groups are capped at 16.

“Highly recommend this experience with Chris & Ryan! They are the Manta Whisperers. Very professional, attentive and provided a fun experience. You won’t regret going, seeing these magnificent creatures up close and personal..”

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Big Island: Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Adventure in Kailua-Kona - From Honokohau Harbor to the sunset
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Big Island: Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Adventure in Kailua-Kona

12.Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Adventure in Kailua-Kona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 593 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75

From Honokohau Harbor, you cruise into the sunset, then snorkel above giant manta rays feeding beneath bright underwater lights. The crew supplies gear, a jacket-style wetsuit top, flotation aid, snacks, water, and an onboard bathroom. Captains including Kelly and Bryce have helped make the trip safe, friendly, and easy to follow.

“Captain Bryce and his crew, 2 young Hawaiian guys, were great! There were some in the group that were newbies when it comes to using snorkel gear and apprehensive about going in the water and the crew helped them feel comfortable with the gear and that they were there to help out, whatever they needed. The captain’s jokes and friendly demeanor made things super fun, also attentiveness to making this a great trip for everyone. Not only did we see multiple manta rays, and yes they come right in front of your face gliding just under the light boards, but during our sunset trip out the crew noticed whales so…”

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Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime - From Kealakehe Parkway to Honokohau Harbor
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Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime

13.Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 505 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79

From Honokohau Harbor, a 15 to 20 minute boat ride takes you to Manta Heaven or Manta Village. Float beside a light board as wild manta rays feed below. Snorkel Big Island provides gear, wetsuits, and certified in-water guides. The small boat holds no more than 18 people, and captain Kelly is among the crew praised for keeping the trip relaxed and safe.

“These experience is unreal! We took our three boys 14, 12 and 10. It was raining and Little choppy but once you are in the water it was unreal. 20/10 loved it.”

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Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour in Kailua-Kona, Big Island - Sunset timing and the trip to Manta Ray Heaven
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Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour in Kailua-Kona, Big Island

14.Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tour in Kailua-Kona, Big Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 382 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $125

From Honokohau Harbor, Iruka Hawaii takes you by speedboat to Manta Ray Heaven after sunset. You float above submerged lights as manta rays gather to feed. Guides provide gear, safety help, hot cocoa, snacks, and free GoPro photos. The group can reach up to 30 people, and wetsuits cost extra.

“This tour was exactly as promoted. The guides were very helpful and ensured everyone was safe and had a great experience. The mantas put on a great show for us.”

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Manta Ray Night Snorkel Kona - Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures - The ride out: quick, scenic, and sometimes rough
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Manta Ray Night Snorkel Kona – Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures

15.Manta Ray Night Snorkel Kona – Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 376 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Meet Coral Reef Snorkel Adventures at Honokohau Small Boat Harbor for a 90-minute night trip to Kona’s manta feeding area. You’ll hold a lightboard while manta rays feed below. Guides such as Jacob, Jeff, Cody, and Erika have earned strong praise for calm instruction and ray knowledge. Bring a towel and prepare for a fast, bumpy boat ride.

“Up close and personal with the Manta Rays! The experience was amazing and worth the price for sure. We had an excellent experience, but my husband (who is thin) got cold even with the wet suit jacket. We also had a few people in our group who were kicking a lot which kept some of the rays aways away. Overall very glad we did this.”

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Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel - Tup, Poda, and Chicken Island add the classic Krabi views
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Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel

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